As
you age, you may begin to notice that your teeth aren't quite the same shade
of white that they were in your youth. Typically, noticeable discoloration
begins in the late 20s and early 30s. A variety of factors can speed up the
discoloration process including chemical staining from drinking caffeine and
smoking, a genetic predisposition to early yellowing, and the onset of gum
and tooth disease. Cosmetic dentists have a very extensive choice of tooth
whitening systems, available either in-office or at home. The level of whiteness
that can be achieved will depend on the level of discoloration of the teeth
and how they came to be stained.
There
are many
advantages to choosing cosmetic dentistry whitening treatments
as opposed to over the counter methods or using nothing